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Automotive vehicle air bag system

US6511094B2 · kind B2 · utility

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34Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 26, 2001
Grant dateJan 28, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R2021/2765
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An air bag system for an automotive vehicle is disclosed. The air bag system includes a housing substantially enclosing a gas emitting inflator and a compact undeployed air bag. The system further includes a moveable member that controls flow of gas into the air bag by controlling items such as tether elements and venting openings that, in turn, control the amount of gas released into the bag and the shape of the bag upon deployment.

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